Salford · M7 4GB
Manchester Senior Girls School is a small, independent day school for girls in Salford serving approximately 156 pupils across the 11–16 age range, with a sixth form entry point. As an unvetted institution without recent Ofsted inspection, the school operates in the independent sector with modest pupil numbers, suggesting a personalised approach to education. The school's character reflects its urban Manchester location and positioning as an accessible alternative to larger independent chains.
Who thrives here
Girls seeking a smaller, day-only independent environment where individual needs can be closely monitored. Suits families within commuting distance of central Salford who value a focused, less-pressurised alternative to highly selective independent schools.
Percentiles within UK independent + grammar schools we track.
138 Leicester Road
Salford
M7 4GB
Nearest stations
Manchester Senior Girls School admits pupils at 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
At Manchester Senior Girls School, 35.8% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Manchester Senior Girls School is a day school in Salford and does not offer boarding.
Ofsted rated Manchester Senior Girls School “Requires improvement” (2024).
Frequently praised
✓Personalised attention and small class sizes
✓Day-school flexibility appealing to local working families
✓Accessible fees relative to major Manchester independents
Common concerns
!Lack of Ofsted inspection creates uncertainty about standards and safeguarding assurance
!Limited scale may constrain facility breadth and university placement support